2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1999 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
